Probation Officer

Service Care Solutions; West of England; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Service Care is urgently recruiting an experienced Probation Officer for Bristol to manage a challenging caseload and support rehabilitation while protecting the public. You will handle sentence work, prepare Parole Reports, and work across NDelius and OASys systems.

The role offers a locum contract with flexible hours; the team values independent initiative and collaborative teamwork to deliver robust probation services in a busy unit.

Qualifications

• Recognised PQF qualification in Community Justice or equivalent.
• Proven Probation Officer experience with high‑risk caseloads.
• Strong knowledge of NDelius and OASys systems.
• Up‑to‑date legislation and evidence‑based practice.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills; able to work independently within a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage a complex, high‑risk caseload and supervise MAPPA cases.
• Prepare and write Parole Reports and manage sentence work.
• Contribute to Offender Management in Custody (OMiC) and risk assessment.
• Maintain accurate NDelius and OASys records and ensure timely case notes.
• Collaborate with colleagues and partner agencies to promote public protection.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Case management

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

PQF Graduate Diploma / Honours Degree in Community Justice

Tools

NDelius

OASys

Job description

PROBATION OFFICER –Bristol

Location: Bristol

Pay Rate: £30.36 per hour – Limited / Umbrella inclusive of Holiday pay or £24.50 PAYE Exclusive of Holiday pay.

Hours: 37 hours per week

Contract: Locum / Agency

Start: Immediate / ASAP

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Probation Officer to join a busy Probation Delivery Unit (PDU) in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Probation Officer to take on a challenging and rewarding caseload, supporting individuals through their rehabilitation while managing risk and contributing to public protection. We will consider Remote Applications for this post however office presence would be an advantage. The team is looking for someone who is confident in sentence management

• Managing a complex and challenging caseload, including high-risk offenders.
• Supervising MAPPA cases and attending relevant panel meetings.
• Preparing and writing Parole Reports.
• Supporting the delivery of Offender Management in Custody (OMiC).
• Completing and maintaining accurate OASys assessments.
• Managing risk effectively and contributing to public protection.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues and partner agencies.
• Applying relevant legislation, policies and evidence-based practice.
• Implementing requirements arising from the new Sentencing Act.
• Maintaining accurate and timely case records on NDelius and OASys.
• Undertaking any other reasonable duties appropriate to the level of the role.

Essential Requirements

• A recognised Probation Qualification Framework (PQF) Graduate Diploma / Honours Degree in Community Justice , or an equivalent recognised qualification.
• Proven experience working as a Probation Officer.
• Experience managing complex and high-risk caseloads.
• Experience managing MAPPA cases.
• Experience preparing and writing Parole Reports.
• Strong working knowledge of probation systems, including NDelius and OASys.
• Up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, probation practice and evidence-based approaches.
• Excellent communication, organisational and case management skills.
• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a wider team.
• The ability to prioritise and manage competing demands within a busy environment.

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Probation Officer looking for a challenging and rewarding locum position in Bristol, working within a supportive and busy probation service.

If you have the relevant experience and are available for a new opportunity, we would love to hear from you.